Top Realtors and Real Estate Agents in Springfield, IL
Rankings based on verified MLS transaction data. Last updated May 2026. No pay-to-play.
Top Agent
Top 0.11%
in Springfield, IL
$598.2M
All-Time Sales
$130K - $1.2M
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 0.44%
in Springfield, IL
$80.5M
All-Time Sales
$60K - $510K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 3.26%
in Springfield, IL
$92.3M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $660K
Price Range
6%
Negotiated Off List
Top AgentTop 4.03%
in Springfield, IL
$11.9M
All-Time Sales
$120K - $570K
Price Range
Top AgentTop 10.01%
in Springfield, IL
$14.3M
All-Time Sales
$110K - $510K
Price Range
Top 0.33%
in Springfield, IL
710
Sold in Springfield, IL
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 0.54%
in Springfield, IL
560
Sold in Springfield, IL
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 0.87%
in Springfield, IL
360
Sold in Springfield, IL
5
Sold in last 18 months
Top 0.98%
in Springfield, IL
339
Sold in Springfield, IL
1988
Year Licensed
Top 1.09%
in Springfield, IL
319
Sold in Springfield, IL
3
Sold in last 18 months
Top 1.2%
in Springfield, IL
298
Sold in Springfield, IL
2011
Year Licensed
Top 1.31%
in Springfield, IL
213
Sold in Springfield, IL
4
Sold in last 18 months
Top 1.41%
in Springfield, IL
210
Sold in Springfield, IL
2
Sold in last 18 months
Top 1.52%
in Springfield, IL
185
Sold in Springfield, IL
Top 1.63%
in Springfield, IL
179
Sold in Springfield, IL
2
Sold in last 18 months
Top 1.74%
in Springfield, IL
167
Sold in Springfield, IL
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 1.85%
in Springfield, IL
167
Sold in Springfield, IL
3
Sold in last 18 months
Top 1.96%
in Springfield, IL
166
Sold in Springfield, IL
2
Sold in last 18 months
Top 2.07%
in Springfield, IL
154
Sold in Springfield, IL
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 2.07%
in Springfield, IL
144
Sold in Springfield, IL
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 2.29%
in Springfield, IL
133
Sold in Springfield, IL
2012
Year Licensed
Top 2.39%
in Springfield, IL
126
Sold in Springfield, IL
2012
Year Licensed
Top 2.5%
in Springfield, IL
121
Sold in Springfield, IL
1
Sold in last 18 months
Top 2.61%
in Springfield, IL
117
Sold in Springfield, IL
2011
Year Licensed
Top 2.72%
in Springfield, IL
113
Sold in Springfield, IL
3
Sold in last 18 months
Top 2.83%
in Springfield, IL
111
Sold in Springfield, IL
2016
Year Licensed
Top 2.94%
in Springfield, IL
110
Sold in Springfield, IL
1
Sold in last 18 months
Springfield Housing Market Trends
Median Sale Price
$195,000
+4.54% year-over-yearMedian Days on Market
5
-3 days year-over-yearSale-to-List Price
101.19%
+0.89% year-over-yearHomes Sold Above List Price
39.8%
-2.1% year-over-yearOff the Market in 2 Weeks
81.4%
+12.4% year-over-yearListings With Price Drops
30.1%
-2.1% year-over-yearMonths of Supply
1.1
Realtors in Springfield
919
Verified MLS market data through May 2026.
When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Springfield?
Based on the last 24 months of verified MLS market data, homes in Springfield sell fastest and closest to asking when they go under contract in May. To hit that window, plan to list around May.
Median days on market by month (shorter is faster)
May
Best month to sell
7 days
Typical time on market
100.7%
Of asking price
Seasonal averages from the last 24 months of Springfield, IL sales. Individual results vary with price, condition, and how the broader market moves. A local agent can pinpoint the right timing for your home.
Home Values by Neighborhood in Springfield
Median home values across Springfield, IL neighborhoods, with the change over the past five years.
Cobbelstone Estates
+20% over 5 years
$232K
Westchester
+11% over 5 years
$166K
Koke Mill East
+7% over 5 years
$164K
Indian Hills
+15% over 5 years
$162K
Irisdale
+8% over 5 years
$119K
Historic West Side
+16% over 5 years
$104K
Near South
+5% over 5 years
$77K
Vinegar Hill
+31% over 5 years
$74K
Pioneer Park
-16% over 5 years
$74K
Median home values from verified market data; five-year change shown where available.
What These Numbers Mean for Springfield Buyers and Sellers
Springfield's housing market currently registers a Seller's Market profile, and the numbers in the Housing Market Trends module above frame where leverage actually sits. With months of supply at 1.1 and 81.4% of listings leaving the market within two weeks, absorption is fast relative to the 143 active listings and 193 new listings arriving each month. A median sale price of $195,000 (about $115.505 per square foot) alongside a sale-to-list ratio of 101.19% shows that well-priced homes still transact close to or above ask.
For buyers, the signals are mixed and worth reading together. 39.8% of homes sold above list, which argues for disciplined, competitive offers on move-in-ready inventory. Yet 30.1% of listings recorded a price cut, meaning overpriced or dated homes sit long enough to create room for negotiation. The gap between those two figures is where a buyer's strategy lives: move quickly on sharp listings, and press for concessions on anything that has lingered past the 5-day median.
For sellers, the low supply and rapid two-week turnover reward accurate pricing at listing rather than aspirational numbers that trigger the price-drop cycle. Homes priced to the $204,900 range and the local per-square-foot data tend to draw offers before momentum fades. Springfield has 919 licensed agents, so distinguishing genuine performance from volume matters. The modules below break down how a smaller set of verified agents compares on measured outcomes.
What Springfield Home Prices Mean for You
Understanding the true cost of homeownership in Springfield goes beyond the listing price. These calculators break down what today's market conditions mean for your budget, your timeline, and your negotiating position.
| Median home price | $195,000 |
| Down payment (20%) | $39,000 |
| Loan amount | $156,000 |
| Monthly payment (PITI) | $1,464 |
Based on 28% debt-to-income ratio, 6.66% mortgage rate (as of July 30, 2026), 30-year fixed loan, 1.15% property tax rate, $275/mo insurance. Actual requirements vary by lender.
Based on $195,000 median home price with 20% down at 6.66% (as of July 30, 2026) for 30 years. Property tax estimated at 1.15% of home value.
Year-over-year data reflects the most recent rolling period from Springfield MLS records. Prior year values calculated from current figures and published YoY changes.
What to Look for in a Springfield Realtor
Name recognition and billboard presence tell you who markets the most, not who negotiates the best. In a market with 919 licensed agents, the more useful question is who consistently closes at strong sale-to-list outcomes across a range of price points and neighborhoods. EffectiveAgents ranks only 16 agents in Springfield after analyzing measured transaction history rather than advertising spend. The top-ranked agent, Jami Winchester at The Real Estate Group, has closed 3,790 transactions with $596.5M in all-time sales volume, a track record that spans both entry-level and higher-end segments. That depth matters when negotiating in areas as different as the Historic West Side, Harvard Park, and Enos Park, where pricing dynamics and buyer pools vary block by block. With the local sale-to-list ratio at 101.19%, the difference between an average and a data-driven negotiator often shows up in the final one to two percent of price. When reviewing agents, look at the pattern across the full body of reviews (291 in Winchester's case) rather than isolated testimonials, since consistency over hundreds of closings is the more reliable signal.
How We Rank Springfield Real Estate Agents
Our rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data, not advertising spend. For every agent we analyze more than fifteen performance signals, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results (how far above or below list price an agent's clients actually close), price-point fit, and verified reviews. The agents shown first are those whose verified results put them at the top of the Springfield market today.
Agents cannot pay for placement in these rankings. The underlying data refreshes as new closed transactions are reported, so rankings shift with real market performance. Learn how we rank agents.
Rankings reviewed by Kevin Stuteville, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker (License BK3068131), Founder of EffectiveAgents.
Data last updated: May 2026
Springfield Real Estate Agent FAQs
Who is the best real estate agent in Springfield, IL?
There is no single answer for every situation, but by EffectiveAgents' methodology, which analyzes measured transaction history and outcomes rather than advertising, Jami Winchester at The Real Estate Group ranks at the top in Springfield, IL, with 3,790 career transactions and $596.5M in all-time volume. Only 16 of the area's 919 licensed agents meet the ranking threshold. The best fit depends on your price range and neighborhood, so compare verified performance data alongside review patterns before deciding.
How were these Springfield real estate agents ranked?
Rankings are built from verified MLS transaction data. We analyze more than fifteen performance signals for every agent, including sales volume in your city and zip code, recent and all-time transactions, days on market, negotiation results, price-point fit, and verified reviews. Agents cannot pay for placement.
How many real estate agents are in Springfield?
Our data covers 919 real estate agents serving the Springfield area. The count represents agents with transaction activity recorded in our Springfield market data, not simply everyone holding a license.
What does the median sale price in Springfield mean for sellers?
Springfield's median sale price is $195,000 as of May 2026. Half of recent sales closed above that figure and half below. It is a useful baseline for understanding the market, but an experienced local agent will price your home against comparable recent sales in your neighborhood, not the citywide median.
How long does it take to sell a house in Springfield?
The current median days on market in Springfield is 5, and market time registered a -3 days change year over year, so timelines have shifted from the prior period. That median reflects accurately priced, move-in-ready homes; listings that need repairs, sit above the $204,900 range, or miss the local per-square-foot benchmark often take longer and account for much of the 30.1% of listings with price cuts. Pricing strategy, condition, and seasonal timing remain the biggest factors influencing how quickly your home sells.
Does it cost anything to use EffectiveAgents?
No. EffectiveAgents is free for home buyers and sellers, with no obligation to work with any agent we match you with.
Do agents pay to be ranked or featured?
No. Agents cannot pay for placement anywhere in these rankings. Positions are earned from verified transaction performance only.
What commission do Springfield realtors charge?
Commissions are negotiable and vary by agent, service level, and transaction. There is no set rate, and recent industry changes have made commission structures more flexible than ever. Discuss the structure directly with your agent before signing a listing or buyer agreement.
Should I use a local Springfield agent or a national brand?
The individual agent matters more than the brand on the sign. Offices within the same national franchise vary widely in performance, and the agent you hire, not the logo, prices your home, negotiates your contract, and manages your closing. A strong local agent brings firsthand knowledge of Springfield neighborhoods, pricing patterns, and buyer activity. Compare agents on verified local results such as recent sales, days on market, and negotiation outcomes rather than name recognition.
What questions should I ask a Springfield realtor before hiring them?
Ask how many homes they have closed in Springfield in the past year, what their average sale-to-list ratio is, and how much of their business is in your neighborhood and price range. Ask how they will market your home or find you listings, and how often they will communicate. Strong agents answer with specifics. Verified transaction data is the fastest way to confirm what you hear.
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